FOUNDER & EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Nikki is a creator and communicator who leads with curiosity, deep listening, and heart. Her commitment to women’s empowerment is shaped by her own story and her mother’s legacy working in California prisons. She holds degrees in the dramatic arts, teaches mindfulness and movement, and founded On The Inside to help women connect and heal together.

CO- EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Caroline brings lived experience, resilience, and creativity to her role at On The Inside. Her healing began during incarceration, where she chose to face her trauma and rebuild from within, work she now pours into facilitating and leading a support group for system-impacted people. She is a mother of three who believes creativity can heal both individuals and communities.

OTI FACILITATOR

Atieno facilitates with intuition, presence, and deep respect for each participant's strengths. Certified in Psychodrama, MAP coaching, and restorative practices, she holds a curious and welcoming space for stories to unfold. Atieno guides transformative circles, executive teams, and retreats, and leads for On the Inside from her farmhouse in the Blue Ridge.

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Jen’s background spans dance, education, yoga, and coaching, but her deepest growth came after surviving a major accident and a period of incarceration. These experiences reshaped her understanding of resilience and the systems so many women navigate. She continues her healing while working with On The Inside, a space where her story is valued and her voice helps others feel seen.

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Jessica, or Jae, is a creative and outgoing facilitator who began her healing journey while incarcerated, learning to love herself and support others in their own growth. Her childhood trauma gives her a unique capacity to connect with people deeply and without judgment. As a mother and spoken-word poet, she leads with authenticity, determination, and a desire to bring hope where it’s most needed.

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With over ten years of experience in domestic violence, mental health, and trauma recovery, Beck Thompson creates compassionate, grounded spaces for healing. Her trauma-informed, strengths-based approach helps individuals move from crisis toward clarity, stability, and hope. As a facilitator, coach, and author, she guides people toward resilience and meaningful transformation.

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Julie’s passion for helping others began at 16 as a CNA, where she learned how joy and human connection can transform care. She is completing her psychology degree and is ACE-certified in group fitness and personal training, blending movement and mindfulness to support healing. Julie loves cooking, dancing, and exploring the Pacific Northwest with her daughter.

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Adrienne brings a powerful combination of lived experience, resilience, and passion to On The Inside. Her journey through addiction and incarceration gives her a unique ability to connect with and understand a wide range of individuals. She is dedicated to building impactful connections within the community and guiding others to find peace and calmness through practice, no matter their circumstances.